By Ayomide Otitoju The African Development Bank (AfDB) Board of Directors has approved a new Country Strategy Paper (CSP) for Namibia, committing $1.78 billion to support economic transformation and inclusive growth between 2025 and 2030. The financing package is expected to accelerate job creation, drive economic diversification, and help address structural challenges in one of…
By Ayomide Otitoju A regional programme transforming aquatic resource management and strengthening cross-border fish trade is improving the livelihoods of nearly three million people across Southern Africa, raising fish production, consumption and incomes. The Program for Improving Fisheries Governance and Blue Economy Trade Corridors (PROFISHBLUE) has recorded cross-border trade volumes of more than 500,000 tonnes…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), led by National Commissioner and CEO Dr. Vincent Olatunji, continued its official visit to France with engagements focused on data governance and sovereignty safeguards. The delegation met with key French organisations, including IN Groupe, Thales, Docaposte, the Digital and Artificial Intelligence Mission, the Directorate for Economic…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), under the leadership of Governor Olayemi Cardoso, has hosted the 35th Governing Board Meeting of the International Islamic Liquidity Management Corporation (IILM) at its headquarters in Abuja—the first time the statutory session is being held in Nigeria. The meeting coincides with Governor Cardoso’s tenure as Chair…
By Ayomide Otitoju The NNPC Foundation has emerged as one of the biggest winners at the 19th SERAS Africa Sustainability Awards, securing five major honours, including the coveted Most Responsible Organisation in Africa (Overall Winner). The awards, presented on Saturday, 29 November 2025, also included Best in Decent Work and Economic Growth, Best in Stakeholder…
By Ayomide Otitoju The NNPC Limited Supply Chain Management (SCM) Executive Forum 2025 opened on Tuesday in Abuja, focusing on the theme, “Unlocking Limitless Possibilities in Supply Chain Management.” The event brought together senior executives and supply chain professionals to assess current performance, align strategic priorities, and enhance collaboration across the organisation. Day One featured…
By Ayomide Otitoju Anambra State Governor, Chukwuma Charles Soludo, has placed education at the forefront of his 2026 “Changing Gears 3.0” budget, allocating ₦757.9 billion in total with a striking 46.9% year-on-year increase to the sector—the largest allocation of any major sector. According to Christian Aburime, Chief Press Secretary to Governor Soludo, the surge reflects…
By Ayomide Otitoju Engr. Bashir Bayo Ojulari, Group Chief Executive Officer of NNPC Ltd., received the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Olayemi Cardoso, at the NNPC Towers in Abuja on a courtesy visit. The meeting focused on areas of alignment and shared purpose between the two institutions, particularly the national imperative of…
By Ayomide Otitoju Payroll fraud is causing significant financial losses for South African companies and taxpayers, according to industry experts. The Public Servants Association reports that ghost employees are costing the public sector nearly R4 billion, while the Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals estimates that payroll fraud drains at least R100 million annually from businesses,…
